Historical Events tagged with "kakori"
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Execution of Indian Revolutionaries by British Raj
Ram Prasad Bismil, Roshan Singh, and Ashfaqulla Khan were executed by the British authorities in India for their roles in the Kakori conspiracy, an armed robbery aimed at funding the revolutionary struggle against colonial rule. The trio was convicted for their involvement in the daring heist, which aimed to capture government funds but ended in violence. Their execution was met with widespread outrage among Indians, galvanizing support for the independence movement. This act solidified their legacy as martyrs in the struggle for freedom.
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A group of Indian revolutionaries executed a daring train robbery near Kakori, Lucknow, targeting British government funds. Led by prominent independence activists, the operation aimed to raise money for their struggle against colonial rule. Armed with firearms, the revolutionaries successfully stopped the train and collected a significant amount of money before escaping. Their bold action created widespread enthusiasm among the Indian populace, emphasizing the urgent need for independence.
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